Irene of Athens

Queens Podcast

Comedy, History

4.5 • 1.5K Ratings

🗓️ 5 May 2021

⏱️ 64 minutes

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Summary

Irene of Athens was the Byzantine empress who ruled from 797 to 802 AD. And guys, she was brutal. She was born in Athens, Greece and married Emperor Leo IV at a young age. That marriage wasn't great. The two had opposing religious views in a time and place where that wasn't something most relationships really ever got past. After his death, she became regent for their son, Constantine VI. However, you could say that she was never exactly going to be winning any Mother of the Year awards. However, she is remembered as a fierce lady. Her legacy as a powerful female leader continues to inspire today. Grab a cocktail and tune in to learn more! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	You're listening to an airwave media podcast.
0:04.0	Welcome to From Beneath the Hollywood Sign.
0:07.0	If you love old movies, Hollywood history
0:09.0	or the Golden Age of filmmaking, you've come to the right place.
0:12.0	This is the podcast that talks about amazing stories of Tinseltown
0:15.0	from another era and fascinating conversations
0:17.0	with writer-producers Steve Cubine and actress writer Nan McNamara.
0:21.0	So Steve, did Ava Gardner and Howard Hughes have a good relationship?
0:25.0	Well, they did until he dislocated her jaw.
0:28.0	What?
0:29.0	Don't worry, she's hitting back with an ash tray.
0:31.0	From Beneath the Hollywood Sign, is the gin joint for you.
0:35.0	Hello, and cheers.
0:37.0	This is Zach DiBacco from The Drinks with Great Minds and History podcast.
0:40.0	And Katie and Nathan wanted me to let you know that they use strong language
0:44.0	in their podcast.
0:45.0	So if that's not your thing, then this might not be the show for you.
0:48.0	And really, neither would mine.
0:50.0	But if you like a good laugh, great history, and a few cocktails,
0:53.0	then you'll sure as hell love this episode of The Queen's Podcast.
0:56.0	And might want to go check out my show too.
0:59.0	Cheers.
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